Hi, I’m Maia Rachel, a designer & artist based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
My surface design work focuses on creating original patterns and artwork for textiles, wallpaper, stationery, and home décor. I combine analog techniques such as painted paper, collage, printmaking, and hand lettering with digital design tools to produce production-ready designs that feel expressive, refined, and thoughtfully crafted.
With a background in graphic design, I bring a strong understanding of color, composition, and design theory. I also create fine art and enjoy translating my printmaking and collage work into patterns and digital production-ready artwork for multiple product categories. My aesthetic often draws from nature, geometric and organic shapes, and historical visual styles, with palettes that balance earthy tones, jewel hues, and playful brights.
I hold a BA in Digital Media and Fine Art from Pitzer College, and my professional experience spans graphic design, product-based business ownership, business operations, and art instruction. This combination has shaped a practice that is both conceptual and practical, grounded in experimentation, iteration, and an understanding of how designs move from idea to finished product.
At the core of my work is a love of pattern and color, and a belief that well-designed products and spaces can elevate everyday experiences. My artwork has been described as warm, uplifting, and elegant, while still offering moments of delight and visual interest.
If you would like to collaborate or learn more about my work, I would love to connect. Looking forward to hearing from you!